Global Scans · Metaverse · Weekly Summary

• [New] Businesses expect metaverse platforms to include robust identity management, secure data handling, and compliance with global privacy regulations. Deftsoft
• [New] In 2026, metaverse app development services will no longer be viewed as experimental or optional. Deftsoft
• [New] The 2026 playbook is one of prioritization: the AI engine must generate returns quickly to justify its cost, while the metaverse budget is being trimmed to a sustainable level, with losses expected to peak in 2026 before declining. Ainvest
• The Metaverse economy will reach $5 trillion by 2030, with the emergence of entirely new jobs and digital markets alongside the real-world economy. The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com
• By 2026, a quarter of people worldwide will spend at least one hour on the Metaverse for personal use. demandsage
• Roblox alone is projected to reach over 150 million daily active users by late 2026, with nearly 45% of its user base now over the age of 17, signaling a move toward adult metaverse utility. Developex - Custom Software Development Company
• The metaverse economy will reach $120 to $150 billion in 2026, mainly because of gaming, enterprise XR, digital commerce, and creator platforms. NFT News Today
• Dubai's Metaverse Strategy aims to create 40,000 virtual jobs by 2030. Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
• By 2030, gaming and e-commerce are expected to dominate metaverse revenues. Amra and Elma LLC
• Metaverse active users will reach 2.63 billion by 2030. demandsage
• By 2030, the Metaverse valuation is expected to reach $507.8 billion at a CAGR of 37.43%. demandsage
• By 2026, 25% of people will spend at least one hour per day in the metaverse for work, shopping, education, social interaction, or entertainment. Devsu
• By 2026, 25% of people will spend at least one hour per day in the metaverse for work, shopping, education, and entertainment. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• The World Economic Forum highlights that without standardized protocols for identity, assets, and data transfer, the metaverse risks becoming a collection of disconnected digital islands rather than the seamless continuum it promises to be. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• In 2026, further metaverse expansion and rising demand for digital experiences may push MANA into a stronger position. The Currency Analytics
• The metaverse economy could represent $1 trillion in annual revenue, with retail being a primary beneficiary. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• In 2030, based on a predicted annual growth rate of 5%, the price of METAVERSE is expected to reach $0.005562. Bitget
• In 2035, based on a predicted annual growth rate of 5%, the price of METAVERSE is expected to reach $0.007099. Bitget
• In 2040, based on a predicted annual growth rate of 5%, the price of METAVERSE is expected to reach $0.009060. Bitget
• As Gartner reports, by 2026, 25% of people will spend at least one hour per day in the metaverse for work, shopping, education, social media, or entertainment. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu
• The metaverse economy could be worth $5 trillion by 2030, and retail will be a primary driver. Futurist Speaker on AI Leadership, Future of Work, Futu

Last updated: 15 February 2026